Online slang includes acronyms, abbreviations, and slang terms that represent common words or phrases. For example, BTW means "by the way" and G2G means "gotta go."
By using "chat acronyms," you can type messages more quickly. Since computer keyboards and cell phone keypads are so often used to communicate today, acronyms can save a significant amount of typing, as well as time.
It's OK to use online slang (including acronyms and abbreviations) in any of the following communication mediums:
- Online chat rooms (where the name "chat acronyms" comes from)
- Online forums / bulletin boards
- Social networking websites
- Instant messaging
- Email messages
- Text messaging
- Handwritten notes
Online slang and chat acronyms are appropriate for informal communication. Examples include chatting online with a friend, text messaging a sibling, or emailing a friend or family member. It is not recommended to use chat acronyms with formal communication, such as office e-mails or formal letters. This is because 1) the recipient(s) may not understand what the acronyms mean, and 2) it makes your message sound less professional, possibly reducing your credibility.
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